Astronomy. 5th Edition - Couverture souple

Moche, Dinah

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0471383538 ISBN 13 : 9780471383536

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2000

Synopsis

From stars, planets, and galaxies to the mysteries of black holes, the Big Bang, and the possibility of life on other planets, this new edition of Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide brings the fascinating night sky to life for every student and amateur stargazer. With a unique self-teaching format, Astronomy clearly explains the essentials covered in an introductory college-level course. Written by an award-winning author, this practical guide offers beginners an easy way to quickly grasp the basic principles of astronomy. To help you further appreciate the wonders of the cosmos, this book also includes: - Star and Moon maps that identify objects in the sky - Objectives, reviews, and self-tests that monitor your progress - Simple activities that help you to test basic principles at your own pace. Updated with the latest discoveries, new photographs, and references to the best astronomy Web sites, this newest edition of Astronomy imparts appreciation of the elegant beauty of the universe.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Dinah L. Moché, Ph.D., is Professor of Physics and and astronomy at the City University of New York. She is an award-winning author and lecturer, and her books have sold over ten million copies in seven languages.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Date d'édition: 2000
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0471383538
• ISBN 13: 9780471383536
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 5
• Nombre de pages: 364
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible